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Hands-On Tech (Audio)

Hands-On Tech (Audio)

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 Welcome to Hands-On Tech, where host Mikah Sargent turns tech troubles into tech triumphs. Each episode zooms in on a specific theme, unpacking listener questions with expert analysis and easy-to-follow advice. From decoding the latest gadgets to simplifying everyday tech, Mikah's got you covered. Submit your tech queries through email at HOT@twit.tv or via TWiT's social media. You might hear your question answered on air! Whether you're puzzled by privacy settings or curious about cutting-edge innovations, Hands-On Tech is your weekly dose of tech insight and inspiration. Join Mikah every Sunday to hear the show that turns tech confusion into tech confidence! You can join Club TWiT for $10 per month and get ad-free audio and video feeds for all our shows plus everything else the club offers...or get just this podcast ad-free for $5 per month. New episodes every Sunday.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons License - Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International - http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
Episodes
  • HOT 242: Powerline Networking - Pros & Cons of Powerline Ethernet Adapters

    HOT 242: Powerline Networking - Pros & Cons of Powerline Ethernet Adapters
    Nov 16 2025

    In this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, Lance asks Mikah Sargent about the pros and cons of using powerline ethernet adapters, and Mikah shares his strong thoughts on these devices.

    Don't forget to send in your questions for Mikah to answer during the show! hot@twit.tv

    Host: Mikah Sargent

    Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech

    Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit

    Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
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    29 mins
  • HOT 241: Keep Your Mac Awake - Prevent Your Mac From Automatically Going to Sleep

    HOT 241: Keep Your Mac Awake - Prevent Your Mac From Automatically Going to Sleep
    Nov 9 2025

    On this week's episode of Hands-On Tech, how do you prevent your Mac from automatically falling asleep to conduct overnight backups? Mikah Sargent shares some third-party apps that will do just that!

    Host: Mikah Sargent

    Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech

    Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit

    Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
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    26 mins
  • HOT 240: Two-Factor & Multifactor Authentication - Which Authenticator App Should You Use?

    HOT 240: Two-Factor & Multifactor Authentication - Which Authenticator App Should You Use?
    Nov 2 2025

    On Hands-On Tech, Mikah Sargent lists some of his favorite two-factor authenticator apps for listener Stuart and some of the pros and cons using 2FA applications.

    Send in your questions for Hands-On Tech to hot@twit.tv!

    Host: Mikah Sargent

    Download or subscribe to Hands-On Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-tech

    Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit

    Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
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    27 mins
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